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  • Human Ecology

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  • Nature connectedness, a person's subjective relationship with nature, is linked to well-being and pro-environmental behaviors.
  • Perceptions of nature relationships are complex, influenced by cultural beliefs and historical contexts.
  • Existing research on nature connectedness faces a tension between human exceptionalist and human ecological viewpoints.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To address the tension between human exceptionalist and human ecological perspectives in nature connectedness research.
  • To propose recommendations for a more integrated human ecological approach to understanding and promoting nature connectedness.
  • To enhance the clarity and specificity of the concept of nature connectedness for improved outcomes.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review and conceptual analysis of research on nature connectedness.
  • Identification of a core tension between human exceptionalist and human ecological perspectives.
  • Development of three interrelated recommendations for a human ecological framework.

Main Results:

  • A tension exists between viewing nature as separate from humans versus humans as part of nature.
  • Recommendations include shifting focus from nature exposure to nature engagement.
  • Positive associations between nature connectedness and social connectedness, and place-based connections are highlighted.

Conclusions:

  • Adopting a human ecological perspective is crucial for a nuanced understanding of nature connectedness.
  • Emphasizing engagement, social connections, and everyday place-based interactions can enhance nature connectedness.
  • This approach can improve efforts to promote nature connectedness for the benefit of humans and ecosystems.